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the main focus of child support is so that the child/children live the same as they did before the separation, etc
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Then they should just let the kids go with the bread winner and they can continue to live that way. So far as the expences go, I'm not talking about paying 1/2 of all of your bills. Child or no child, you still need elect, etc.. how much elect. do you think an 8 yr old uses anyway.
I also raise one of my biological kids and two that aren't mine. Having three kids in the house doesn't really noticebly increase my expences for anything other than food.
My wife is a thrifty shopper and the clothing thing (being the biggest expence really, besides insurance) is not really a issue. All of my kids wear name brand clothes but she doesn't pay name brand prices. It's all about making a dollar stretch and it IS possible.
Like I said before, nearly all of the expences you listed are expences you would have to pay even if you were without children.
I think also in the case where the father would like to raise his children, there should be some offset based upon the fact that you get to enjoy them on a daily basis. Like the expression on their face when they get money from the "tooth fairy".
If you can't afford to support your kids, give them to the parent that can if they want them. Why do I have to support you also, pay your garbage bill, road tax, etc..?? Get a student loan and educate yourself if you need to. Once we are divorced YOU are not MY responsibility anymore.
Thanks again,
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I think "vasectomy commercials" should be a part of the "public service announcement" system. I would happily dedicate some of my time.